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Afrobeats Star Ruger Drops Two New Singles, Prepares for European Tour

Nigerian dancehall sensation Ruger has bolstered his impressive discography with the release of two brand-new singles, "Luv Again" and "Make Way." 

Nigerian dancehall sensation Ruger has bolstered his impressive discography with the release of two brand-new singles, “Luv Again” and “Make Way.”  These tracks, which dropped on June 5, 2024, mark the beginning of what promises to be an eventful summer for the Afrobeats star, known for his infectious rhythms and catchy melodies. Ruger, who burst […]

Antonio Conte Appointed as New Napoli Coach

Napoli have announced the appointment of former Chelsea and Tottenham coach Antonio Conte as their new head coach. 

Napoli have announced the appointment of former Chelsea and Tottenham coach Antonio Conte as their new head coach.  This comes after a turbulent season following their triumphant 2022-2023 Serie A title win. “Welcome Antonio,” declared Aurelio De Laurentiis, Napoli’s president and owner, on X, formerly known as Twitter. The announcement was accompanied by a photograph […]

Eight Dead, Dozens Hospitalized in Morocco After Consuming Homemade Liquor

Eight people have died and dozens more have been hospitalized after consuming homemade liquor in the town of Sidi Allal Tazi, located about 100 kilometers north of Rabat, according to the Moroccan health ministry.

Eight people have died and dozens more have been hospitalized after consuming homemade liquor in the town of Sidi Allal Tazi, located about 100 kilometers north of Rabat, according to the Moroccan health ministry. The regional health directorate reported that the fatalities resulted from “serious complications from poisoning,” linked to the ingestion of methanol, a […]

Injured Novak Djokovic withdraws from French Open

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the French Open before his quarter-final with a knee injury.

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the French Open before his quarter-final with a knee injury. Serbia’s Djokovic had a scan for the injury today which revealed a “torn medial meniscus” in his right knee, having blamed the “slippery” Roland Garros clay courts for aggravating the problem during his fourth-round victory on Monday. The […]

One-year-old Ace-Liam officially receives his Guinness World Record certificate

At the tender age of one, Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah has been officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the youngest male artist to achieve this feat.

At the tender age of one, Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah has been officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the youngest male artist to achieve this feat. With a record-breaking accomplishment at just one year and 152 days old, Ace-Liam has made a notable mark in the art world, surpassing the previous record held by […]

D’banj Expresses Gratitude to Don Jazzy as He Celebrates 20-Year Music Journey

Nigerian singer and rapper, Oladapo Oyebanjo, with the stage name “D’banj”, said his 20 years music journey would not have been complete without his business partner, Michael Ajereh, popularly known as “Don Jazzy”.

Nigerian singer and rapper, Oladapo Oyebanjo, with the stage name “D’banj”, said his 20 years music journey would not have been complete without his business partner, Michael Ajereh, popularly known as “Don Jazzy”. 41-year-old D’banj took to his Instagram page on Tuesday with a display of a video to appreciate Don Jazzy and invite him […]

President Biden Set to Issue Executive Order to Curb Migrant Arrivals

US President Joe Biden is expected to issue a sweeping new executive order aimed at curbing migrant arrivals at the US-Mexico border as early as Tuesday.

US President Joe Biden is expected to issue a sweeping new executive order aimed at curbing migrant arrivals at the US-Mexico border as early as Tuesday. Under the planned order, US officials could swiftly deport migrants who enter the US illegally without processing their asylum requests once a daily threshold is met. That, in turn, […]

Stranded Super Eagles Players Arrive in Uyo for World Cup Qualifiers

The Nigeria Football Federation, has confirmed that the stranded Super Eagles players in Lagos and Abuja had arrived Uyo, capital of Akwa Ibom.

The Nigeria Football Federation, has confirmed that the stranded Super Eagles players in Lagos and Abuja had arrived Uyo, capital of Akwa Ibom. Its Director of Communications, Ademola Olajire, in a statement said that the quintet of defenders Semi Ajayi, Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey, midfielder Frank Onyeka and forward Paul Onuachu were already in […]

Big Brother All-Stars Reunion to Premiere on Showmax

The Big Brother All-Stars Reunion will begin streaming on June 24, 2024, on Showmax, with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu returning as moderator.

The Big Brother All-Stars Reunion will begin streaming on June 24, 2024, on Showmax, with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu returning as moderator. Auditions for the new season, “2 to Tango” ended in April. The All-Stars first season, saw guests from previous seasons return to the Big Brother House to compete for the prize money, and Ilebaye Odiniya who was evicted […]

Chelsea Announce Appointment Of Enzo Maresca As New Manager

Premier League side Chelsea have appointed former Leicester boss Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a five-year deal to replace Mauricio Pochettino.

Premier League side Chelsea have appointed former Leicester boss Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a five-year deal to replace Mauricio Pochettino. The Italian, who until last year was Pep Guardiola’s assistant at English champions Manchester City, was appointed by the Foxes in June 2023 and led them to the Championship title last season. […]